Century of the Child: Growing by Design, 1900-2000

Century of the Child: Growing by Design, 1900–2000 brings together an unprecedented collection of objects and concepts from around the world in order to investigate the fascinating confluence of modern design and childhood. The wide-ranging ideas described here—from the beginning of the kindergarten movement to wartime propaganda, from design for children with disabilities to innovations in playground design—illuminate how progressive design has shaped the physical, intellectual, and emotional development of children and, conversely, how models of children’s play and pedagogy have inspired designers’ creative experimentation.

Featuring over four hundred illustrations and sections on school architecture, playgrounds, toys and games, educational materials, nurseries, furniture, animation, advertising, books, and clothing, this volume examines individual and collective visions for the material world of children.

Available in e-book format!E-books are instantly downloadable as PDF files and can be read on your computer or tablet. Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an e-mail with a link to download your order. If you have trouble with your purchase or download, please e-mail ebookservices@moma.org. Customer Service is available Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET.